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Save $300: The Meraki espresso machine is on sale for $1,699 -- one of the lowest prices we've seen since Black Friday. This limited-time mid-year pricing won't last long.
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I've had the Meraki espresso machine parked in my home for several months now, and it's been my little secret so Dunkin' doesn't find out I'm cheating on chain coffee. The Meraki machine is the most elevated home appliance I've ever tested, and it's for good reason.
This dual-boiler machine hit well over $1 million on Kickstarter when it initially launched in 2024. Since then, it won a 2025 Red Dot award for kitchen design and a 2025 iF Design Award.
I've brewed plenty of delicious espresso shots and made coffee-shop level lattes since I received my Meraki in the fall. If you're a seasoned home barista, the Meraki machine will likely require less of a learning curve. As a novice to high-end espresso machines, it has taken me a while to become accustomed to using the setup, but the process hasn't been too cumbersome. It becomes easier the more you brew
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So what makes this machine really worth the eye-popping price tag of $1,999 ($1,699 while it's on sale)?
There really is a lot to cover about the Meraki, but if we take a glance at the specs alone, it's an enticing buy. The device features a dual stainless steel boiler, integrated scales on the grinder, a 58mm heated group head, a bottomless portafilter with an attachable splitter, a rotary pump, and a built-in TimeMore grinder with over 25 stepless adjustments. I can't forget to mention the digital control screen, which has better touch reception than the GPS screen in my car.
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